1974 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 616 kg more than 1974 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, 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm). This means 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chamois | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 873 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2520 mm |
