1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1970 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 874 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Sunbeam Chamois (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Sunbeam Chamois should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 33 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | 2CV | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2090 mm |
