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Honda Jazz AA 1.2 (56 Hp)
Overall Rating
Honda Jazz:
The Honda Jazz nameplate has been used by the Japanese manufacturer Honda to denote several different motorized vehicles since 1982:....(Read more on Wikipedia)
AA Overview:
Honda Jazz (AA). With 93 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.2 l/100km). Weighing only 688 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13 s). The top speed reaches 145 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The 1984 Honda Jazz AA predates modern crash testing standards like Euro NCAP. Safety features were rudimentary by today's measures, typical for a compact car of its era, focusing on basic structural integrity rather than advanced occupant protection systems.
1.2 (56 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most potent engine in the AA lineup, providing the liveliest performance with a 0-100 km/h time of 13 seconds. It offers a noticeable improvement for highway driving and more spirited acceleration.
Fuel Economy
While offering better performance, its fuel economy would still be competitive for its class and era, though slightly less frugal than the 45 Hp variant.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy for its era
- • Honda's renowned reliability
- • Compact and easy to maneuver in urban settings
- • Practical hatchback design
- • Simple and robust engineering
Cons:
- • Limited power, especially the 45 Hp variant
- • Basic interior and features
- • Outdated safety standards
- • Not suitable for long highway journeys at high speeds
- • Limited availability of parts today
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV (facelift 2023): April, 2023 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Jazz |
| Generation: | AA |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 (56 Hp) |
| Start of production: | January, 1984 |
| End of production: | February, 1985 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 56 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 45.5 Hp/l [709mm less] |
| Torque: | 93 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | ER More details about the engine ER |
| Engine displacement: | 1231 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 4.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 66 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 145 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.3 kg/Hp, 81.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.4 kg/Nm, 135.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 688 |
| Max. weight: | 1070 |
| Max. roof load: | 40 kg |
| Max load: | 382 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 41 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3380 mm [709mm less] |
| Width: | 1570 mm [124mm less] |
| Height: | 1470 mm [56mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2220 mm [297mm less] |
| Front track: | 1370 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1370 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Wheel rims size | 4J x 12 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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