2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 545 kg more than 1974 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 Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | Chante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
