2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 140 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1975 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 1975 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 (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Jazz | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
