1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 847 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Chante | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1975 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
