1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1970 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 1900 (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 460 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, 1952 Fiat 1900 (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | 1900 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2090 mm |
