1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 70 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 42 L |