1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (118 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair 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 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Corsair | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
