1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 2 weights approximately 551 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 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Chante | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | Chante | 2 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1498 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2489 mm |