1973 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-05 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 840 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, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-05 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Mazda |
| Model | Chamois | CX-05 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2700 mm |
