1974 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131.
Because 1974 Fiat 131 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 1974 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 131 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
