1975 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 29 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 455 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, 2004 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Suzuki |
| Model | Chamois | Liana |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2490 mm |
