1968 Skoda 1202 vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Skoda 1202 (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 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, 1968 Skoda 1202 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Skoda 1202 | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Skoda | Sunbeam |
| Model | 1202 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2090 mm |
