2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 36 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 365 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Colorado | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2090 mm |
