1973 Honda Z vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 Honda Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (77 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
