2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1974 Honda 145
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 145 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 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, 1974 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1974 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | 145 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1433 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 | 94 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 | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
