1955 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1974 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 585 kg more than 1974 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, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1955 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Sunbeam |
| Model | Alpine | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2090 mm |
