2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 251 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 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Fusion | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2090 mm |
