1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 35 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 659 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 415 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, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Mazda | Daihatsu |
| Model | Chante | Copen |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 659 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |
