2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Celica weights approximately 133 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Because 1972 Toyota Celica 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 1972 Toyota Celica. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica. 2007 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1972 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1972 Toyota Celica 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 | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Jazz | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |