1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 180 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2210 mm |
