2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 32 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 560 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Fiesta | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2090 mm |
