1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,245 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 368 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (110 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 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 | 680 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
