1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 24 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Kia Visto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Visto (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Visto weights approximately 314 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, 2001 Kia Visto (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Visto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Chante | Visto |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 796 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
