2002 Honda Z vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 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 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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, 2002 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 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Z | 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 230 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 | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3668 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1866 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
