2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1966 Steyr 500

To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 533 kg more than 1966 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1966 Steyr 500 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 1966 Steyr 500. 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 (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 500. 2007 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1966 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1966 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Honda Jazz 1966 Steyr 500
Make Honda Steyr
Model Jazz 500
Year Released 2007 1966
Engine Size 1496 cc 487 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 32 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1013 kg 480 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 1850 mm