2004 Honda Z vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Z | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Z | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |