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Honda Z Coupe

General information

ModelHonda Z Coupe
Year1973
CategoryMinicars
Rating49.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size599 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement599 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 2 cylinder (twin)
Max power32.40 PS (24 kW or 32 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque43.00 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke74.0 x 69.6 mm (2.9 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemAir
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed126.0 km/h (78.3 mph)
0-50 miles18.2 seconds
0-60 miles32.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0559 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Passenger space3360 litres (888 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight580 kg (1,278.7 pounds)
Overall length3140 mm (123.6 inches)
Overall width1310 mm (51.6 inches)
Overall height1290 mm (50.8 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2010 mm (79.1 inches)
Fuel capacity25.0 litres (6.61 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
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