1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 26 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 307 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 768 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 307 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
