2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 565 kg more than 1973 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 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Skoda | Sunbeam |
| Model | Octavia | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 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 |
