1993 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,337 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 230 kg more than 1993 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2007 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1337 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
