2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Jazz | 2600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 220 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |