1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 305 kg more than 1973 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (170 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
| Model | Spider | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2090 mm |
