1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1973 Honda Z
To start off, 1973 Honda Z is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 850 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1968 Fiat 850 (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1973 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 850 | Z |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 32 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 25 L |
