1995 Kia Retona vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 1155 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Kia | Sunbeam |
| Model | Retona | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2090 mm |
