2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford C-MAX (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 653 kg more than 1971 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, 2007 Ford C-MAX (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford C-MAX | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | C-MAX | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2090 mm |
