2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1973 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1973 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Z |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 32 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
