1970 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 1974 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1974 Sunbeam Rapier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Sunbeam Rapier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Sunbeam Rapier (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Sunbeam Rapier should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Sunbeam Rapier weights approximately 315 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, 1974 Sunbeam Rapier (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Sunbeam Rapier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | 1974 Sunbeam Rapier | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Sunbeam |
| Model | Chamois | Rapier |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 874 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2510 mm |
