2008 Kia Shuma vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2008 Kia Shuma is newer by 37 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Shuma (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Shuma weights approximately 455 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, 2008 Kia Shuma (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Shuma | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Kia | Sunbeam |
| Model | Shuma | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2090 mm |
