1991 Ford Laser vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1991 Ford Laser 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Laser weights approximately 290 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 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Laser | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Laser | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2090 mm |
