1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 560 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | Chante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
