1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 630 kg more than 1972 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 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Mondeo | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2090 mm |
