1971 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 40 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 515 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, 2011 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Opel |
| Model | Chamois | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2500 mm |
