1970 Citroen GS vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1971 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen GS (54 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen GS weights approximately 165 kg more than 1971 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, 1970 Citroen GS (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen GS | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | GS | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2090 mm |
