1970 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 40 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 1,984 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 583 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chamois | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 874 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1404 mm |
