1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 9 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 354 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, 1984 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
