1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 30 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 1046 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 407 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2179 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
