1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2000 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2000 Saab 03-Sep 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saab 03-Sep (206 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 1040 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 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2000 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Chante | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1985 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
