1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 607 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 607 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 1040 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, 1999 Peugeot 607 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 607 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2304 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
