1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 563 kg more than 1975 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, 1955 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 55 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
