2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 962 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 FR-V (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | FR-V | Chante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
