1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1981 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 6 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 808 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, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | Chante | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2790 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
