2007 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Honda | Sunbeam |
| Model | Civic | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2090 mm |
