2004 Audi A3 vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1972 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, 2004 Audi A3 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | A3 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2090 mm |
