1971 Honda Z vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1048 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Z | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
