1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 38 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), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 1097 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Chante | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Chante | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 2000 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2911 mm |