1971 Honda Z vs. 1981 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1981 Lancia Trevi is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 635 kg more than 1971 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, 1981 Lancia Trevi (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 1981 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Z | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
