1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1980 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1980 Talbot Horizon is newer by 5 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 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Horizon (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 453 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, 1980 Talbot Horizon (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1980 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | Chante | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1118 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
