1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 891 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 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 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 3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Chante | 3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2489 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
