1996 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 22 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 930 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, 1996 Audi A6 (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
