1974 Volkswagen K 70 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 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Volkswagen K 70 (123 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1974 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volkswagen K 70 | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | K 70 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
