1957 Allard GT vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard GT (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Allard GT weights approximately 648 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, 1957 Allard GT (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Allard GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | GT | Chante |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
