1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1985 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Jazz weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000.
Because 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 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 Mono 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1985 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 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 | 560 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
