1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 4 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 128 weights approximately 295 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, 1974 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2010 mm |
