2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 29 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 558 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
