1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 27 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 490 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Chante | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Chante | Vitz |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1298 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |