1975 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 36 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 434 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, 2011 Nissan Versa (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Nissan |
| Model | Chamois | Versa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2601 mm |
