2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 789 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | Berlingo | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2090 mm |
