1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 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 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Morgan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2090 mm |
