2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1974 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 225 kg more than 1974 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 Seicento (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 1974 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Seicento | Z |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2010 mm |
