1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 34 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 116 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 116 weights approximately 850 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, 2010 BMW 116 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2010 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Chante | 116 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
