2003 Honda Z vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Z weights approximately 145 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Z | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
