1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1109 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 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Chante | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
