2010 Honda Jazz vs. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 334 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Jazz | 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2010 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |