1970 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1974 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1970 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda RX-2 | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Mazda | Sunbeam |
| Model | RX-2 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2090 mm |
