1974 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 36 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 735 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Chamois | Colt |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 873 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2500 mm |
