1960 Mitsubishi A10 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 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois should accelerate faster than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 240 kg more than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mitsubishi A10 | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Sunbeam |
| Model | A10 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2090 mm |
