1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1986 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1986 Honda Jazz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 225 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz. 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1986 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfasud | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
