1963 Ford Consul vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1975 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Consul (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Consul weights approximately 167 kg more than 1975 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, 1963 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Consul | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2090 mm |
