1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 Mini One
To start off, 2005 Mini One is newer by 28 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini One weights approximately 625 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, 2005 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda Chante | 2005 Mini One | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | Chante | One |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1596 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |