1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1970 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 40 weights approximately 335 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, 1957 Austin A 40 (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Austin | Sunbeam |
| Model | A 40 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2090 mm |
