1958 Ford 17 vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1971 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford 17 weights approximately 400 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, 1958 Ford 17 (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford 17 | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | 17 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2090 mm |
