2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 790 kg more than 1977 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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Bravo | Chante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
