1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 600 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | 600 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2090 mm |
