1960 Fiat 1100 vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100.
Because 1960 Fiat 1100 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 Fiat 1100. 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 (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1100 | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1087 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |
