1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 900 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 1975 Maserati Quattroporte 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 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Jazz | 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Jazz | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |