1970 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 35 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 1,061 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Alto (41 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 90 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, 1970 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Suzuki |
| Model | Chamois | Alto |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 874 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2370 mm |
