1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1985 Citroen Mehari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 874 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Sunbeam Chamois (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Sunbeam Chamois should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 Citroen Mehari. 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 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Mehari | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | Mehari | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2090 mm |
