2005 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 350 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Chante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
