1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 36 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 950 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Chante | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2457 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
