1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. 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 1962 Fiat 2300. 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, 1962 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 2300 | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 2300 | Z |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
