1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 731 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 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 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Lancia | Sunbeam |
| Model | Kappa | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 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 |
