1973 Honda Z vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. At 599 cc (2 cylinders), 1973 Honda Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Z (32 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda Z weights approximately 90 kg more than 1976 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, 1973 Honda Z (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Z | Chante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
