1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1980 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 340 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 1980 Zastava 1500 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 1980 Zastava 1500. 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, 1980 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Jazz | 1980 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Honda | Zastava |
Model | Jazz | 1500 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |