1991 Dodge Spirit vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1991 Dodge Spirit 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 601 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 Dodge Spirit (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Spirit | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Dodge | Sunbeam |
| Model | Spirit | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2090 mm |
