1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Z weights approximately 90 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1958 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Z |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 35 L |
