2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1975 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, 2003 Citroen C3 (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | C3 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2090 mm |
