1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 14 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 1,960 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 446 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
| Model | Spider | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2090 mm |
