1979 Ford Fiesta vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1979 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 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 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fiesta (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 199 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.
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, 1979 Ford Fiesta (65 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fiesta | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2010 mm |
