1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 205 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 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Morgan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Plus 4 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2090 mm |
