1997 Fiat Punto vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1997 Fiat Punto is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Punto weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 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, 1997 Fiat Punto (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | Chante |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 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 |
