1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1971 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1971 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Austin | Sunbeam |
| Model | A 70 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2090 mm |
