2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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 (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Jazz | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |