1971 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1971 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Mazda |
| Model | Chamois | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2751 mm |
