1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1962 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,505 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Vauxhall VX4 (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 428 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 Vauxhall VX4 (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Chante | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1505 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
