1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2008 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 803 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1966 Ford Galaxie 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 1966 Ford Galaxie. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Ford Galaxie 2008 Honda Jazz
Make Ford Honda
Model Galaxie Jazz
Year Released 1966 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6387 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 236 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 406 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102.9 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 80 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1792 kg 989 kg
Vehicle Length 5340 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2460 mm