1975 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 37 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 513 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, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Kia |
| Model | Chamois | Soul |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2550 mm |
