1970 Honda Z vs. 2012 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina is newer by 42 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1880 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, 2012 Nissan Livina (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 2012 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Livina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 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 | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
