2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 727 kg more than 1974 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 C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | C5 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2090 mm |
