1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 502 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Jazz (151 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2005 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
