1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 403 kg more than 2012 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, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
