2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 874 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 85 kg more than 1970 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Sunbeam |
| Model | Copen | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2090 mm |
