1995 Ford Fairlane vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1995 Ford Fairlane is newer by 23 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 865 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fairlane | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Fairlane | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2090 mm |
