2008 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 664 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, 2008 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Chante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
