1972 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 1968 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 1300 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 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, 1968 Triumph 1300 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | 1968 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Triumph |
| Model | Chamois | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2460 mm |
