1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat 1100 (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 325 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, 1953 Fiat 1100 (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1100 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2210 mm |
