2005 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1975 Honda 145

To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Honda 145 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daihatsu Sirion 1975 Honda 145
Make Daihatsu Honda
Model Sirion 145
Year Released 2005 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 1432 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 69 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 90 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 920 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2260 mm


 

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