1973 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 564 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chamois | Touran |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2680 mm |
