1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1970 Honda Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Z |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 599 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2010 mm |
