1989 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 16 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 605 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, 1989 Audi 100 (270 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | 100 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2090 mm |
