2004 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 31 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 780 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Chante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
