1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 90 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 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 2005 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 90 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
