1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1973 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | 190 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1895 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
