1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfasud | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
