1976 Fiat 133 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 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133.
Because 1976 Fiat 133 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 133. 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 (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 133 | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 133 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
