1971 Honda Z vs. 1971 Subaru R-2
To start off, both 1971 Honda Z and 1971 Subaru R-2 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 356 cc (2 cylinders), 1971 Subaru R-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Subaru R-2 (27 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Subaru R-2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Honda Z weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Subaru R-2.
Because 1971 Subaru R-2 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 1971 Subaru R-2. 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, 1971 Subaru R-2 (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Subaru R-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 1971 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Z | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
