1971 Honda Z vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 380 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
