2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1974 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Century weights approximately 717 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 1974 Toyota Century 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 1974 Toyota Century. 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, 1974 Toyota Century (271 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 1974 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 1974 Toyota Century | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Jazz | Century |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 271 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |