1951 Bristol 400 vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 400 weights approximately 680 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, 1951 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1951 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 400 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
