1999 Honda Z vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Volkswagen 1302 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1968 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
