1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 27 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), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 915 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, 2004 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda Chante | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Chante | Altea |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1896 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |