2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1986 Maserati 228
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 725 kg more than 1986 Maserati 228.
Because 1986 Maserati 228 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 1986 Maserati 228. 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, 1986 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1986 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Jazz | 228 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
