2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 88 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Jazz | 914 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
