1973 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (239 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 678 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 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Opel |
| Model | Chamois | Astra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2620 mm |
