1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Triumph Roadster (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Triumph Roadster should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 470 kg more than 1985 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Triumph Roadster 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 1948 Triumph Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1948 Triumph Roadster (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1948 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Jazz | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
