1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1497 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1992 Caterham Super 7 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 1992 Caterham Super 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | Super 7 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 42 L |
