1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1976 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1976 Mazda 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 1000 weights approximately 220 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, 1976 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1976 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
