2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 40 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 970 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.
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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Eclipse | Z |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1367 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2010 mm |
