1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 15 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Caterham Super 7 weights approximately 56 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, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | Super 7 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
