1972 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 133 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. 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 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Chamois | Publica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2140 mm |
