2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 635 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Sunbeam |
| Model | Lancer | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2090 mm |
