2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 136 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Jazz (151 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
