1966 Lancia Flavia 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 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 475 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 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flavia | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Lancia | Sunbeam |
| Model | Flavia | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2090 mm |
