1961 Fiat 500 vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Jazz (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Jazz weights approximately 160 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 500 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 1961 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Honda Jazz (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 500 | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2230 mm |