2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1979 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1979 Lancia Stratos 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 1979 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1979 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Stratos 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 | 1979 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Jazz | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
