2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1975 Honda Z
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 975 kg more than 1975 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1975 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Stilo | Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
