1971 GAZ 24 vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 442 kg more than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Because 1971 GAZ 24 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 1971 GAZ 24. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1971 GAZ 24 (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 GAZ 24 | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | 24 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
