2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Accent 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Accent (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 445 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 Hyundai Accent (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Accent | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Accent | Chante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
