1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 22 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 730 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Chante | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
