1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 25 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 530 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (131 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | A |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
