1973 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 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, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Vauxhall |
| Model | Chamois | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2470 mm |
