1966 Renault 8 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 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Renault 8 (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Renault 8 weights approximately 25 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 Renault 8 (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Renault 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault 8 | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Renault | Sunbeam |
| Model | 8 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2090 mm |
