1974 Honda 145 vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1974 Honda 145 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 145 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1973 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 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
