2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1981 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,480 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 88 kg more than 1981 Zastava 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Zastava 1500 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 1981 Zastava 1500. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 1981 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Honda | Zastava |
Model | Jazz | 1500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |