2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti J4 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 26 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Innocenti J4. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4. 2007 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1970 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1970 Innocenti J4 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Jazz | J4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
