1975 Honda Z vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cerato (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 743 kg more than 1975 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, 2007 Kia Cerato (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Z | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Z | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
