1976 Mini MK IV vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1976 Mini MK IV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 105 kg more than 1976 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mini MK IV | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Mini | Sunbeam |
| Model | MK IV | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2090 mm |
