2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 473 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Seat 600 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 1964 Seat 600. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Jazz | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
