1961 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Z weights approximately 130 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Z (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Z |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
