1960 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1971 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 280 kg more than 1971 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, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1960 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Sunbeam |
| Model | Alpine | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2090 mm |
