1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 659 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 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Chante | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1600 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2489 mm |
