1988 Citroen AX vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 18 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 7 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen AX (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | AX | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2090 mm |
