1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1970 Honda Z is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Abarth 750 (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Abarth 750 weights approximately 60 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 1957 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Abarth 750 (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1957 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Z |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
