1971 Honda Z vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1971 Honda Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 789 cc (2 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Publica (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Publica weights approximately 165 kg more than 1971 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Toyota Publica (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Publica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |
