1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 696 cc (2 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda Chante (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda Chante should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Publica weights approximately 90 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Publica (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Publica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 696 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2140 mm |
