2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1976 Renault Siete
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 174 kg more than 1976 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1976 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1976 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1976 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Siete |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
