2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 32 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 660 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 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 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | Chante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 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 |
