1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 375 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600.
Because 1956 Abarth 600 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 1956 Abarth 600. 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 (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 42 L |
