1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1970 Morris Minor
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Morris Minor weights approximately 100 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 1970 Morris Minor 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 1970 Morris Minor. 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, 1985 Honda Jazz (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Jazz | 1970 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Jazz | Minor |
Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2190 mm |