2010 Honda Jazz vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz.
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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Jazz | 164 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
