1991 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
| Model | 33 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2090 mm |
