1978 Fiat 133 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1978 Fiat 133 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 842 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat 133 (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat 133 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 133 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1975 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, 1978 Fiat 133 (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat 133 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 133 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2210 mm |
