1993 Holden Barina vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1993 Holden Barina is newer by 23 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Barina weights approximately 65 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, 1993 Holden Barina (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Barina | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Holden | Sunbeam |
| Model | Barina | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2090 mm |
