2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Because 1985 Isuzu Piazza 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 1985 Isuzu Piazza. 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, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Jazz | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
