1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz.
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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Dardo | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
