1973 Fiat 124 vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 137 kg more than 1973 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 124 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 1973 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 124 | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
