1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 778 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, 1963 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zodiac | Chante |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
