2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 257 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 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (251 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Jazz | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
