1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 37 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Bantam weights approximately 494 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, 2010 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Chante | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
