1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 908 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Chante |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
