2003 Rover Streetwise vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2003 Rover Streetwise is newer by 32 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 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover Streetwise (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 395 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, 2003 Rover Streetwise (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rover Streetwise | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Rover | Sunbeam |
| Model | Streetwise | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2090 mm |
