1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 13 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 535 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 33 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
