1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 37 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 840 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, 2009 Toyota Prius (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Prius |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1495 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
