1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 49 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz. 2012 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfetta | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 42 L |
