1975 Honda Z vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 37 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 536 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Z | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Z | 2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2489 mm |
