2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1975 Honda Z
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 32 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 570 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, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1975 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Strada | Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
