1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1994 Ford Fiesta is newer by 19 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fiesta (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 471 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, 1994 Ford Fiesta (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Chante |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 963 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
