1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alpine A 106 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1977 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, 1958 Alpine A 106 (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Alpine A 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 106 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2210 mm |
