1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 10 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 358 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Arna | Chante |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
