1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1981 Simca 1100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Simca 1100 weights approximately 422 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, 1981 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Chante | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1118 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
