2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 TVR Trident weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 TVR Trident 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 1965 TVR Trident. 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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Jazz | Trident |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
