1960 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 52 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 437 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (127 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 7 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 42 L |
