1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 994 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 Seat Altea (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Chante | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Chante | Altea |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1984 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |