1954 Bristol 405 vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 405 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1976 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, 1954 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 405 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
