1981 Audi 80 vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 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 23 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
