1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1974 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 873 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Sunbeam Chamois (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Sunbeam Chamois should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 230 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | 500 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |
