1973 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 701 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Mazda |
| Model | Chamois | 5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2760 mm |
