1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 659 kg more than 1973 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 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
Make | Plymouth | Sunbeam |
Model | Valiant | Chamois |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 875 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2090 mm |