1974 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Swift is newer by 31 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Swift (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 285 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, 2005 Suzuki Swift (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Suzuki |
| Model | Chamois | Swift |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 873 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2610 mm |
