1949 Austin 16 vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 710 kg more than 1949 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 16 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89.4 mm |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |