2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,337 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 525 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. 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, 2007 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Jazz | Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
