2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1974 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Zastava 2101 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1974 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Zastava 2101. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Zastava 2101 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 Zastava 2101. 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 (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1974 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | Jazz | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
