1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 35 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1973 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, 1959 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 35 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2210 mm |
