1969 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Century (127 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 656 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Century 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 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Toyota Century (236 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1969 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Century | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Century | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
