1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 227 kg more than 1971 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, 1999 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Punto | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
Model | Punto | Chamois |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 875 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2090 mm |