1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1970 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1100 (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 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, 1961 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | 1100 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2090 mm |
