1975 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1975 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Sunbeam Chamois | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Sunbeam | Citroen |
Model | Chamois | C5 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 875 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2760 mm |