1984 Fiat 131 vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, both 1984 Fiat 131 and 1984 Honda Jazz were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat 131 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat 131 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 1984 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Fiat 131 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat 131 | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 131 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |