1999 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 410 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 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
Make | Honda | Sunbeam |
Model | Civic | Chamois |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2090 mm |