2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1985 Maserati 420
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati 420 weights approximately 169 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 1985 Maserati 420 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 1985 Maserati 420. 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, 1985 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 1985 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Jazz | 420 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |