2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Celica (118 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica 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 1976 Toyota Celica. 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, 1976 Toyota Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Jazz | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |
