1985 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 396 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Jazz | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Jazz | 500 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2301 mm |