2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 25 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 649 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | Chante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1141 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
