2005 Lada Niva vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 570 kg more than 1975 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 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Niva | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
Make | Lada | Sunbeam |
Model | Niva | Chamois |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 875 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2090 mm |