2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 956 kg more than 1970 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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (171 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Mazda | Sunbeam |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2090 mm |
