1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 35 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 647 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, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2329 mm |
