1970 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Scion tC weights approximately 603 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 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Scion |
| Model | Chamois | tC |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 874 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2700 mm |
