1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1971 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Gremlin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Gremlin would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 461 kg more than 1971 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | AMC | Sunbeam |
| Model | Gremlin | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2090 mm |
