1981 Citroen LN vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Citroen LN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen LN weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 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, 1981 Citroen LN (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Citroen LN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | LN | Chante |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2210 mm |
