2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 131 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Because 1978 Seat 131 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 1978 Seat 131. 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 (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131. 2009 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1978 Seat 131 has manual transmission. 1978 Seat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1978 Seat 131 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Jazz | 131 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |