1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 992 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 280 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 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 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1960 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | Z |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 60 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 | Front |
| 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 | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
