1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1974 Mazda Chante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1974 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, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Indy | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Indy | Chante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
