1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 31 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 683 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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Chante | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1389 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
