1998 Ford Contour vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 527 kg more than 1971 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, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Contour | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2090 mm |
