1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 4 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph Spitfire (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 323 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, 1979 Triumph Spitfire (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | Chante | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1493 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2110 mm |
