1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Morris Minor (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Morris Minor weights approximately 298 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, 1962 Morris Minor (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | Chante | Minor |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 948 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2190 mm |
