1974 Austin Maxi vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, both 1974 Austin Maxi and 1974 Mazda Chante were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin Maxi weights approximately 490 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Austin Maxi | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Maxi | Chante |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |