1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 138 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfasud | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1338 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
