1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 169 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 125 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 1968 Fiat 125. 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, 1968 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz. 2012 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 125 | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 125 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |