2010 Honda Jazz vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 62 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (144 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 1973 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Jazz | Corona |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1245 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
