1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1969 Rover 2000
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Rover 2000 weights approximately 595 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 1969 Rover 2000 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 1969 Rover 2000. 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, 1969 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 1969 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Jazz | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
