2008 Nissan Micra vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 33 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 332 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Micra | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2090 mm |
