1973 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 800 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Kia |
| Model | Chamois | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2720 mm |
