2007 Ford Ka vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ka weights approximately 421 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 Ka (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Ka | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2090 mm |
