2008 Honda Fit vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 33 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 788 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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Fit | Chante |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |