2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1971 Subaru R-2
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1971 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 733 kg more than 1971 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1971 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | S2000 | R-2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1930 mm |
