1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Jazz |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5352 cc | 1337 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |