1981 Fiat 127 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 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 155 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127.
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, 2008 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
