2005 Opel Astra vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 33 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 670 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, 2005 Opel Astra (281 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Opel | Sunbeam |
| Model | Astra | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2090 mm |
