2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 1670 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Aveo | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2090 mm |
