1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 493 kg more than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Because 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta 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 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. 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, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Mangusta | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
