1969 Riley 4 vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Riley 4 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Because 1969 Riley 4 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 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Riley 4 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Riley 4 | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Riley | Honda |
| Model | 4 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
