1987 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 428 kg more than 1987 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Fiat 126 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 1987 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126. 2007 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1987 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1987 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat 126 | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
