1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1970 Morgan 4
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Morgan 4 weights approximately 170 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, 1970 Morgan 4 (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1970 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Chante | 4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
