2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1976 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 463 kg more than 1976 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1976 Avanti Avanti 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 1976 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 1976 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1976 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Honda | Avanti |
Model | Jazz | Avanti |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |