2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | 145 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2260 mm |
