1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 1970 Honda Z | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 130 | Z |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |