1975 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 24 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 705 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Vauxhall |
| Model | Chamois | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2700 mm |
