2007 Ford Focus vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 836 kg more than 1972 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 Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | Chante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
