1970 Honda Z vs. 2008 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2008 Kia Shuma is newer by 38 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Shuma (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Shuma weights approximately 690 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, 2008 Kia Shuma (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 2008 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Z | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
