1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1974 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 206 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 206 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1580 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
