1971 Honda Z vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 534 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.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Z | Panda |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
