1974 Honda Z vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 38 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 716 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Z | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Z | i20 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2525 mm |
