1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1972 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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | 1500 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2090 mm |
