2010 Honda Jazz vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (100 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 12 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (134 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 1975 Lancia Beta 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. 1975 Lancia Beta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Jazz | Beta |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1245 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 59 L |
