1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 5 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 285 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Horizon | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
Make | Plymouth | Sunbeam |
Model | Horizon | Chamois |
Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 875 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2090 mm |