2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1960 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (76 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 46 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Because 1960 Isuzu Minx 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 1960 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1960 Isuzu Minx (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1960 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Jazz | Minx |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1243 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
