2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 610 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | Chante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
