1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2002 Lancia Zeta is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 1108 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, 2002 Lancia Zeta (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Mazda | Lancia |
| Model | Chante | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
