1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 750 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |
