1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Duna weights approximately 395 kg more than 1974 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, 1998 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Duna | Chante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
