1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1972 Mazda Chante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1972 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, 1970 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 204 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1130 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
