1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1972 Honda Z
To start off, 1972 Honda Z is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 850 (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 850 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1972 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 850 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 1967 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1967 Fiat 850 (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 850 | 1972 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 850 | Z |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 732 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
