2003 Audi A2 vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,191 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A2 (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A2 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1970 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, 2003 Audi A2 (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | A2 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2090 mm |
