1970 Honda Z vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1986 Subaru 1.8 is newer by 16 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Subaru 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru 1.8 weights approximately 605 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.
Because 1986 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 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, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Z | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
