2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 448 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Croma | Chante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
