2004 Ford Focus vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 30 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 580 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, 2004 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Focus | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1830 mm | 2090 mm |
