1988 Citroen Visa vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1988 Citroen Visa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Sunbeam Chamois (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Sunbeam Chamois should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen Visa weights approximately 7 kg more than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Sunbeam Chamois (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | Visa | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2090 mm |
