1966 Ford Corsair vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1970 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Corsair weights approximately 170 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, 1966 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Corsair | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2090 mm |
