1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1970 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 874 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 145 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Abarth 850 (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Abarth | Sunbeam |
| Model | 850 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2090 mm |
