1988 Ford Meteor vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Meteor | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2090 mm |
