1972 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 442 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Chamois | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2610 mm |
