1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 36 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 1040 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Chante | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
