1974 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 1 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 2,616 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-4 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 395 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, 1974 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-4 | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Mazda | Sunbeam |
| Model | RX-4 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2090 mm |
