1974 Mazda Chante vs. 1981 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1981 Lancia Trevi is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 655 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, 1981 Lancia Trevi (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 1981 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Mazda | Lancia |
| Model | Chante | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1585 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
