1979 Renault Siete vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1979 Renault Siete is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,036 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault Siete (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault Siete should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault Siete weights approximately 100 kg more than 1971 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, 1979 Renault Siete (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Renault Siete will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault Siete | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Renault | Sunbeam |
| Model | Siete | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1036 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2090 mm |
