1991 Honda Concerto vs. 1973 Honda Z
To start off, 1991 Honda Concerto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Concerto weights approximately 460 kg more than 1973 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, 1991 Honda Concerto (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Concerto | 1973 Honda Z | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Concerto | Z |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 32 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
