1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 28 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 790 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Chante | 146 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1747 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
