1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1974 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 240 kg more than 1974 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 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Bluebird | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Bluebird | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2090 mm |
