1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Porsche 356 weights approximately 138 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 1956 Porsche 356 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 1956 Porsche 356. 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, 1956 Porsche 356 (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Jazz | 356 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2110 mm |
