1971 Honda Z vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 865 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 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Z | Forester |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
