1970 Honda Z vs. 2011 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 41 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Fiorino (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 739 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, 2011 Fiat Fiorino (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 2011 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Z | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| 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 | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
