1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 35 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 1035 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | Chante | C5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
