1970 Honda Z vs. 1971 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. 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, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1971 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
