1970 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 38 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 743 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Suzuki |
| Model | Chamois | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 874 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2510 mm |
