1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 560 kg more than 1974 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, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Telstar | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
