2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1983 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,243 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (76 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 284 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1983 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Jazz | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1243 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
