1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 35 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Micra weights approximately 952 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, 2009 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Micra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1386 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
