2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover 2000 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 1963 Rover 2000 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 1963 Rover 2000. 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, 1963 Rover 2000 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Jazz | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 91 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
