2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1972 Honda Z
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 350 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1972 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 860 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
