1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 475 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 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | Clio |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1390 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
