2007 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 930 kg more than 1975 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, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Chante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
