1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 765 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Lancia | Sunbeam |
| Model | Kappa | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2090 mm |
