1994 Citroen AX vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen AX weights approximately 300 kg more than 1973 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, 1994 Citroen AX (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | AX | Chante |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
