1959 Porsche 356 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 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 192 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356. 2009 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1959 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1959 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 356 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |
