2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 25 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Chante weights approximately 32 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | 7 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
