1973 Honda Z vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 38 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Z | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 406 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2649 mm |
