1971 Honda Z vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 35 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 610 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
