1978 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1978 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Civic weights approximately 186 kg more than 1975 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, 1978 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Civic | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Chante |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |
