1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1971 Honda Z
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 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 594 cc (2 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Honda Z (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 500 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1971 Honda Z.
Because 1973 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Fiat 500 (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 1971 Honda Z | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Z |
Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |