1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (95 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Marina weights approximately 475 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, 1971 Morris Marina (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | Chante | Marina |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1799 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
