1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 335 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mazda R 360 | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Mazda | Sunbeam |
| Model | R 360 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2090 mm |
