1975 Honda Z vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 1400 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 1400 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan 1400 (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Z | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Z | 1400 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |