1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 625 kg more than 1970 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
Make | Holden | Sunbeam |
Model | Kingswood | Chamois |
Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2090 mm |