1971 Honda Z vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 786 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
