1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1976 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1976 Peugeot 504 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 504 (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 668 kg more than 1975 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, 1976 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1976 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 504 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
