1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG Midget (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 MG Midget weights approximately 245 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, 1965 MG Midget (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1965 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | Chante | Midget |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1098 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2032 mm |
