2003 Honda Fit vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 26 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 570 kg more than 1977 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, 2003 Honda Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Fit | Chante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
