1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Vixen (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 TVR Vixen weights approximately 372 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, 1968 TVR Vixen (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | Chante | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1599 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2290 mm |
