1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 554 kg more than 1976 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, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Chante | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2393 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |
