1971 Honda Z vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 930 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 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Z | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2619 mm |
