1970 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 43 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 730 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chamois | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 874 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2651 mm |
