1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Z weights approximately 377 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. 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, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Z |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
