2005 Seat Arosa vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Arosa (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 240 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 Seat Arosa (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Arosa | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Seat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Arosa | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2090 mm |
