2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 745 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Subaru | Sunbeam |
| Model | Legacy | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2090 mm |
