1976 Fiat 130 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Fiat 130 is newer by 1 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 1110 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
