1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 1954 Fiat 1900 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 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1900 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
