1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 207 is newer by 31 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 724 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, 2006 Peugeot 207 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2006 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Chante | 207 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1587 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
