1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 52 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800.
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, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1800 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
