1971 Honda Z vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen SP is newer by 3 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen SP (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen SP should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen SP 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, 1974 Volkswagen SP (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z | SP |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 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 |
