2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Exige weights approximately 385 kg more than 1976 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 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Exige | Chante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
