2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm). This means 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Jazz | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
