1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 32 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 1,123 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Smart ForFour weights approximately 475 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, 2004 Smart ForFour (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Chante | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1123 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
