1970 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 40 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Bantam weights approximately 251 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, 2010 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Ford |
| Model | Chamois | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 874 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2670 mm |
