1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1078 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 42 L |
