1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1972 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1972 Sunbeam Rapier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Rapier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Sunbeam Rapier weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1972 Sunbeam Rapier | |
Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
Model | Vega | Rapier |
Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |