2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1981 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 743 kg more than 1981 Peugeot 505.
Because 1981 Peugeot 505 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 1981 Peugeot 505. 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, 1981 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1981 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Jazz | 505 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |