1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 648 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | Chante | Panda |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1248 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |
