2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 615 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 Ford Fiesta (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Chante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
