1970 Lotus Seven vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Lotus Seven (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lotus Seven | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Lotus | Sunbeam |
| Model | Seven | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2090 mm |
