2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 620 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | Chante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
