1957 Fiat 600 vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 654 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Honda Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Z weights approximately 210 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z 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 Honda Z (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600. 2003 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Z |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
