1954 Buick 70 vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 7 kg more than 1954 Buick 70.
Because 1954 Buick 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 Buick 70. 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 70 | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | 70 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2460 mm |