1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 26 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xsara (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 356 kg more than 1971 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, 1997 Citroen Xsara (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | Xsara | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2090 mm |
