1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Z weights approximately 330 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Z |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2370 mm |
