2004 Honda Fit vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Fit weights approximately 570 kg more than 1974 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 Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Fit | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Fit | Chante |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 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 |