2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 914 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 88 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914.
Because 1969 Porsche 914 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 1969 Porsche 914. 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, 1969 Porsche 914 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Jazz | 914 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1338 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |