1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 23 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 899 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 238 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, 1998 Fiat Seicento (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Seicento | Chante |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |