1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 1228 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, 1963 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Chante | P5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |
