1970 Honda Z vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 40 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 945 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 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Z | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
