2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 136 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Jazz | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 59 L |
