1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,101 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Rover P4 (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rover P4 weights approximately 900 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, 1952 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1952 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1952 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Chante | P4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2101 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
