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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 480 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, 2006 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 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 | 1332 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
