1971 Honda Z vs. 1996 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 25 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 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Gol (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 385 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.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Gol (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 1996 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z | Gol |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
