1975 Chevrolet Nova 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 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Nova 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 Chevrolet Nova. 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 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Nova | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
