2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1978 Lancia Megagamma
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Megagamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 8 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
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, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Megagamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 1978 Lancia Megagamma | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Jazz | Megagamma |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1338 cc | 2484 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 59 L |