1974 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 26 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 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 1000 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, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Chamois | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 873 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
