1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 620 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
