1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1974 Mazda Chante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 70 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 70 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford GT 70 weights approximately 275 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, 1971 Ford GT 70 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford GT 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT 70 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2210 mm |
