1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX (101 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX weights approximately 955 kg more than 1973 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, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Sunbeam |
| Model | Fourtrak TDX | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2090 mm |
