1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 35 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 565 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, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2008 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Mazda | Lancia |
| Model | Chante | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1368 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
