1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 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 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 410 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Chante | Colt |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1439 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
