2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1975 Mini MK III
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mini MK III 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 84 more horse power than 1975 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini MK III.
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 (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1975 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Jazz | MK III |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
