1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1975 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 375 kg more than 1972 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, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Cosmo | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Mazda | Sunbeam |
| Model | Cosmo | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2090 mm |
