1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1998 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1998 Toyota Starlet is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 260 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, 1998 Toyota Starlet (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Chante | 1998 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Chante | Starlet |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1332 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |