1962 Fiat 500 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Chante (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Chante should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Chante weights approximately 7 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda Chante (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Chante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2210 mm |
