1957 Morris Isis 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 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 600 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 Morris Isis (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Morris | Sunbeam |
| Model | Isis | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2090 mm |
