1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 1972 Mazda Chante is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Isis weights approximately 807 kg more than 1972 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, 1956 Morris Isis (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | Chante | Isis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2639 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
