2005 Daewoo Magnus vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Magnus 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Magnus (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 839 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 Magnus (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Magnus | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Daewoo | Sunbeam |
| Model | Magnus | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2090 mm |
