1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 1971 Honda Z
To start off, 1995 Fiat Vivace is newer by 24 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 300 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, 1995 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Vivace | 1971 Honda Z | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Vivace | Z |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 57.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |