1979 Subaru Leone vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 285 kg more than 1974 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 Subaru Leone (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Subaru | Sunbeam |
| Model | Leone | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2090 mm |
