1960 Austin 7 vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Jazz (143 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 7 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 143 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 89.4 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 42 L |