2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 29 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 670 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Skoda | Sunbeam |
| Model | Octavia | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2090 mm |
