1975 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1975 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 65 kg more than 1975 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, 1971 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Chamois | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2290 mm |
