2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 473 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Seat 600 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 1957 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 1957 Seat 600 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Jazz | 600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |