1973 Fiat 132 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 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 355 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 Fiat 132 (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | 132 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2090 mm |
