1971 Honda Z vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 36 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1971 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1971 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Z | Civic |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
