2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1961 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 45 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Vauxhall VX4 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 1961 Vauxhall VX4. 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, 2005 Honda Jazz (151 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1961 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Jazz | VX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
