1979 Ford Fiesta vs. 1985 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Jazz (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 15 kg more than 1985 Honda Jazz.
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, 1985 Honda Jazz (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fiesta | 1985 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2230 mm |
