1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Tatra Tatraplan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Tatra Tatraplan (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Tatra Tatraplan should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 678 kg more than 1975 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, 1947 Tatra Tatraplan (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1947 Tatra Tatraplan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1947 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | Chante | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1952 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
