1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 480 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 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 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 24 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |