2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 47 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (109 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Jazz | Beta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 49 L |
