1990 Fiat 126 vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1347 kg more than 1990 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat 126 | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 126 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 703 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |