2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Caterham 21 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | 21 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
