1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1971 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Sunbeam Chamois (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Sunbeam Chamois should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 205 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Sunbeam Chamois (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | 500 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |
