1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 30 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 688 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, 2005 Rover 45 (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Chante | 45 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1396 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
