1970 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo 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 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Twingo weights approximately 180 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 Renault Twingo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Renault |
| Model | Chamois | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 874 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2350 mm |
