1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 124 weights approximately 478 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, 1978 Seat 124 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Chante | 1978 Seat 124 | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Chante | 124 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1590 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |