1973 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 470 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Chamois | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2610 mm |
