1988 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint is newer by 15 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint (78 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Sprint | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Sprint | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2090 mm |
