1975 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 565 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Fiat |
| Model | Chamois | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2520 mm |
