1994 Citroen AX vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 47 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | AX | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2090 mm |
