1974 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1981 Talbot Tagora is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Tagora (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 540 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, 1981 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Talbot |
| Model | Chamois | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 873 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2820 mm |
