1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1954 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Triumph TR2 weights approximately 373 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, 1954 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1954 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | Chante | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2250 mm |
