2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1962 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 507 kg more than 1962 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Steyr 700C 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 1962 Steyr 700C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1962 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Honda | Steyr |
Model | Jazz | 700C |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 641 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1950 mm |