2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 278 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Jazz | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
