2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 38 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), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 524 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 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 | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
