1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fairthorpe Electron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 225 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Sunbeam |
| Model | Electron | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2090 mm |
