1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 37 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 749 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, 2012 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Chante | Forte |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2649 mm |
