1974 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 275 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, 1986 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Chamois | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 873 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2410 mm |
