1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 696 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth 700 weights approximately 80 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, 1960 Abarth 700 (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 700 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
