1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 639 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 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 A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1949 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |