1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 820 kg more than 1976 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | Chante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
