1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chante | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
