1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1974 Mazda Chante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa weights approximately 190 kg more than 1974 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 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Chante |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
