1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 204 (54 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1973 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, 1965 Peugeot 204 (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 204 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1130 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
