1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2005 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 580 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 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 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 2005 Honda Jazz (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 2005 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 500 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 42 L |