1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Opel Record (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Opel Record weights approximately 405 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, 1957 Opel Record (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Record |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1488 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
