1982 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider (108 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
