1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 3 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 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 470 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Sunbeam |
| Model | Taft | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2090 mm |
