1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1970 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 290 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, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Vega | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2090 mm |
