1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 1973 Fiat 850 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 850. 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 850 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
