1972 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 705 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Nissan |
| Model | Chamois | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2685 mm |
