1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1453 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 750 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 1960 Abarth 750. 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 (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 176 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 | 590 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 42 L |
