2009 Honda Fit vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 36 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 971 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, 2009 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Fit | Chante |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |