1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1975 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1975 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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Impala | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2090 mm |
