1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1971 Honda Z
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 3 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 128 weights approximately 310 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1971 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 510 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 |
