1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 35 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 1,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Note (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 677 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, 2007 Nissan Note (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 2007 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Note |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1384 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
