1958 Jeep CJ vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jeep CJ (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 465 kg more than 1973 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 Jeep CJ (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Jeep | Sunbeam |
| Model | CJ | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2090 mm |
