1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1988 Mini MK V
To start off, 1988 Mini MK V is newer by 13 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mini MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mini MK V (41 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mini MK V should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mini MK V weights approximately 133 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, 1988 Mini MK V (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Mini MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1988 Mini MK V | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | Chante | MK V |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 998 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
