2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 32 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 578 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio II | Chante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
