1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 204 (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 125 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, 1965 Peugeot 204 (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Peugeot | Sunbeam |
| Model | 204 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2090 mm |
