1958 Ford Popular vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Popular weights approximately 20 kg more than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Popular | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Popular | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2090 mm |
