2000 Lada Samara II vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara II is newer by 29 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Samara II weights approximately 257 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, 2000 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Samara II | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Lada | Sunbeam |
| Model | Samara II | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2090 mm |
