1980 Audi 80 vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 80 (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1973 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, 1980 Audi 80 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
