1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 584 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | Chante |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
