2005 Opel Speedster vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2005 Opel Speedster is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Speedster weights approximately 290 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, 2005 Opel Speedster (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Speedster | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Opel | Sunbeam |
| Model | Speedster | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2090 mm |
