1992 Fiat Vivace vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1992 Fiat Vivace 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 320 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 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Vivace | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Vivace | Chante |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
