1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 40 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 1085 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Chante | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | Chante | i40 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1999 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2770 mm |