1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Because 1979 Ferrari 400 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 1979 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 400 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 42 L |
