1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (80 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 548 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, 1999 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | Chante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
