1974 Honda Z vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 820 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Z | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
