1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1972 Mazda Chante is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1972 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 70 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
