1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1982 Citroen Visa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen Visa weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 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, 1982 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Visa | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
Model | Visa | Chamois |
Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 36 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2090 mm |