1973 Honda Z vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1992 Toyota Paseo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 359 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.
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, 1992 Toyota Paseo (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
