1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1995 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 22 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 430 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, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1995 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Chante | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
