2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 800 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
