1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1971 Honda Z
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 17 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 590 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.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1971 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Tipo | Z |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
