2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 455 kg more than 1970 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 Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z. 1970 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
