1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 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 899 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Panda (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Fiat Panda weights approximately 179 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, 1992 Fiat Panda (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Z |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 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 | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
