2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2001 Fiat Seicento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 20 kg more than 1974 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, 2001 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Seicento | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Seicento | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2090 mm |
