2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 37 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 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Matiz (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 136 kg more than 1972 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 Daewoo Matiz (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Matiz | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Daewoo | Sunbeam |
| Model | Matiz | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2090 mm |
