1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 650 kg more than 1977 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 (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 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 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | Chante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 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 |
