1968 Ford 17 vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,812 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Because 1968 Ford 17 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 Ford 17. 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, 1968 Ford 17 (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | 17 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |