2003 Honda City vs. 2001 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda City weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 2001 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | City | Laputa |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |