2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 610 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Rover P4 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Jazz | P4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |