1991 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Cinquecento would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Cinquecento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Z (51 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Z weights approximately 283 kg more than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento (66 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm). This means 1991 Fiat Cinquecento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Cinquecento | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Cinquecento | Z |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 677 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
