1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 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 (3 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 513 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 998 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
