2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover P5B (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 542 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Rover P5B 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 1970 Rover P5B. 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, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz. 1970 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 1970 Rover P5B | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Jazz | P5B |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |