1970 Honda 1300 vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Honda 1300 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1977 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, 1970 Honda 1300 (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda 1300 | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | 1300 | Chante |
Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2210 mm |