1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 33 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 1,123 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Chante | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1123 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
