1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,339 cc (2 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Chante | Civic |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1339 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
