1996 Honda CRX vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 23 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 560 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, 1996 Honda CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | CRX | Chante |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |