1970 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 42 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), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 820 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Subaru |
| Model | Chamois | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 874 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2624 mm |
