1999 Honda Z vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Z | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
