1996 Ford Ka vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ka (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ka weights approximately 418 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 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Ka | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Ka | Chante |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 358 cc |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |