1976 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 2 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 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 680 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, 1976 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
