1971 Fiat 500 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 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Honda Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Z weights approximately 450 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. 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 500. 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, 2004 Honda Z (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 500 | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Z |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 35 L |
