1976 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 467 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Fiat 126 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 1976 Fiat 126. 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 42 L |
