1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1798 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2329 mm |
