1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 582 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 130 | Z |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
