1971 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Vauxhall Astra (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 300 kg more than 1971 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, 1989 Vauxhall Astra (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Vauxhall |
| Model | Chamois | Astra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2530 mm |
