1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1974 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1974 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, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Austin | Sunbeam |
| Model | 2200 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2090 mm |
