2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 313 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda 1000 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 Mazda 1000. 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 (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
