1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 107 is newer by 33 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 107 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 107 weights approximately 300 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, 2005 Peugeot 107 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 2005 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 107 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 998 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
