1973 Honda Z vs. 1970 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1973 Honda Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 490 kg more than 1973 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, 1970 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 1970 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Z | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
