1964 Honda S500 vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1974 Mazda Chante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 would be higher. At 491 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Honda S500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Honda S500 (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Honda S500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Honda S500 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1974 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Chante (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Chante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S500 | Chante |
Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |