2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 31 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 1,150 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 245 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, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Daewoo | Sunbeam |
| Model | Kalos | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2090 mm |
