2006 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 31 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 2364 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, 2006 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
