1949 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 395 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, 1949 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep CJ3A | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Jeep | Sunbeam |
| Model | CJ3A | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2090 mm |
