1970 Honda Z vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 659 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Z | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
