1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1988 Dodge Colt is newer by 14 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 415 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, 1988 Dodge Colt (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Dodge | Sunbeam |
| Model | Colt | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2090 mm |
