2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. 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, 2005 Fiat Seicento (88 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Seicento | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |
