2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 369 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | Chante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |
