1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 33 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 680 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1686 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
