1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 906 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 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Chante | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |
