1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2001 Seat Ibiza 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 600 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 Seat Ibiza (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Chante | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
