1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 830 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, 2010 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Chante | 120 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
