1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Porsche 356 weights approximately 358 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, 1955 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1955 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Chante | 356 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2110 mm |
