2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 24 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 620 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 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 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | Chante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
