2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 36 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 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 105 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.
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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Materia | 145 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 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 | 1025 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
