2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 18 kg more than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Because 1965 Opel Rekord 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 1965 Opel Rekord. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Jazz | Rekord |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 146 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |