1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 32 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 535 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 206 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
