1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Jazz weights approximately 130 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700.
Because 1963 Abarth 700 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 1963 Abarth 700. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
