1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 1986 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1986 Honda Jazz is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 1300 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 1962 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1962 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1300 | 1986 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2230 mm |
