2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 935 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Legacy | Z |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
