1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1972 Honda Z
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Festiva weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 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 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1972 Honda Z | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Festiva | Z |
Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2010 mm |