2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 455 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Skoda | Sunbeam |
| Model | Octavia | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2090 mm |
