1994 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1972 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
| Model | 33 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 875 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 | 124 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2090 mm |
