1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 946 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 35 weights approximately 259 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, 1956 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 35 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2210 mm |
