1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 907 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
