1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1975 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Sunbeam Chamois (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Sunbeam Chamois should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 125 kg more than 1972 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | Dyane | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2090 mm |
