1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, both 1975 Mazda Chante and 1975 Volkswagen SP2 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 398 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, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Chante | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Chante | SP2 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1677 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |