1971 Honda Z vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 33 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 474 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
