1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 Fiat 1800. 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 (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1800 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
