1998 Ford Ka vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1998 Ford Ka is newer by 26 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Ka weights approximately 165 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, 1998 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Ka | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Ka | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2090 mm |
