1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 29 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 535 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, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
