1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1975 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1975 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | 130 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2090 mm |
