2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 715 kg more than 1977 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Grande Punto | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
