1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 419 kg more than 1974 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Mazda | Sunbeam |
| Model | 121 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2090 mm |
