2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 30 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 848 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, 2005 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | Chante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
