1998 Mazda 323 vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 26 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 400 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, 1998 Mazda 323 (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 323 | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Mazda | Sunbeam |
| Model | 323 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2090 mm |
