1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1977 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, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Chante | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1884 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
