1973 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2010 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2010 Dacia Sandero is newer by 37 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Sandero (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 396 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, 2010 Dacia Sandero (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | 2010 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Dacia |
| Model | Chamois | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2600 mm |
