1970 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 41 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 840 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Subaru |
| Model | Chamois | Outback |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 874 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2741 mm |
