1974 Mazda Chante vs. 1983 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1983 Nissan Micra is newer by 9 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 986 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Micra weights approximately 175 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, 1983 Nissan Micra (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 1983 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Micra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 986 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |
