1975 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 401 kg more than 1975 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Ford |
| Model | Chamois | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2580 mm |
