2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 827 kg more than 1973 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 Kia Sportage (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Kia | Sunbeam |
| Model | Sportage | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2090 mm |
