1971 Fiat 124 vs. 1972 Honda Z
To start off, 1972 Honda Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 124 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 124 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1972 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat 124 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 1971 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1971 Fiat 124 (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 1972 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Z |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
