1976 Mazda Chante vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 914 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 914 weights approximately 470 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 Porsche 914 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Chante | 914 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1971 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
