1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2011 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 39 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 860 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, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 2011 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ascari |
| Model | Chante | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 4941 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2636 mm |
