1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 733 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 Mercedes-Benz A (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | A |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
