1971 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 37 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Prius (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Prius weights approximately 615 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, 2008 Toyota Prius (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Chamois | Prius |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2710 mm |
