1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1974 Mazda Chante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 508 kg more than 1974 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, 1967 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm). This means 1967 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT 40 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
