1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 653 kg more than 1972 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, 2010 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Chante | Fit |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1500 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2499 mm |
