1972 Ford Custom vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 223 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom.
Because 1972 Ford Custom 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 1972 Ford Custom. 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz. 1972 Ford Custom has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Custom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Custom | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 42 L |
