1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 504 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 504 (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 784 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, 1975 Peugeot 504 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 504 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |
