1975 Honda 1300 vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc, 1975 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Honda 1300 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 1300 | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1231 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2230 mm |
