1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Z weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1959 Abarth 1000 (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
