1980 Audi Sport vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 7 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 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | Sport | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2090 mm |
