1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2004 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2004 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 31 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (791 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 761 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 510 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, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 840 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2004 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | Chante | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 7730 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 791 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
